Quick Answer: The Elbow Joint Model shows the distal humerus with the proximal radius and ulna, joined as a working hinge that bends and straightens. It is moulded in PVC on a labelled base, about 11.4 cm × 11.4 cm × 17.8 cm.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Distal humerus, proximal radius and ulna in relief
Hinge articulation for flexion and extension
High-density PVC
Fixed base with anatomical labels
About 11.4 cm × 11.4 cm × 17.8 cm
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Bones shown
Distal humerus, proximal radius and ulna
Movement
Hinge joint, flexion and extension
Material
High-density PVC
Base
Fixed, with labels
Dimensions
11.4 cm × 11.4 cm × 17.8 cm
About This Product
The model lets students move a hinge joint by hand and see which bone surfaces meet as the arm bends. It is used in biology lessons on the skeleton, types of synovial joints and how the elbow differs from ball-and-socket joints such as the shoulder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What movement does the Elbow Joint Model show?
It works as a hinge, showing flexion and extension between the humerus and the radius and ulna.
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